Chemist I

Mindlance; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Chemist I for their laboratory operations. The role involves performing and verifying laboratory tests, interpreting data, and resolving analytical issues while adhering to good manufacturing practices. Candidates should have a relevant degree and laboratory experience while exhibiting strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 0-4 years of lab experience or Associate degree with 3 years of lab experience.
• Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs and verifies laboratory techniques while overcoming obstacles.
• Budget time effectively for assigned tasks and recommends improvements.
• Communicates proactively with supervisors and team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Direct lab experience

GMP experience

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Position Title – Chemist I
Location/Site – US-IL-Lake County (R14, 1401 Sheridan Road) (S0015)
Number of positions needed – 1
Tentative start date – ASAP
Tentative end date – 1 year from start date
Work shift (days/times) – Wednesday-Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday, 2nd shift 4x10hr shifts
Weekends included (Y/N) – Yes
Remote, 100% Onsite or Hybrid Onsite Schedule – 100% onsite
Travel required (Y/N) – N
Is *** system access required for this worker (Y/N) – Y
What *** equipment is needed? Laptop
Is an *** email required (Y/N) – Y
Bill Rate – ***
Top 3-5 skills needed –
1. attention to detail
2. direct lab experience
3. GMP experience
4. problem solving skills
Possible temp to perm position – Yes
Number of Interviews (recommend minimizing) – 1
Reason for request – Increase in workload


Purpose

Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications. Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.

Responsibilities

· Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
· Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
· Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
· Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.
· Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.
· Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
· Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release.
· Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience
· Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience
· Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable
· Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix.
· Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
· Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:
1. attention to detail
2. direct lab experience
3. GMP experience
4. problem solving skills

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”